Sunset
Salinas
Popular places to visit

National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.

Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
Meet the animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Sunset

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay here. Front desk staff were very helpful.. especially Brenda. Great value and a really nice place close to tons of shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Great"
Reviewed on 28 May, 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"This was the absolute worst hotel experience I have ever had. There were stains everywhere, blood marks, boogers, stains on the floors with red carpet that was probably installed in the 50s. Our door hinge was loose and door did not close properly. It was a hostel with a bathroom in it and I would ..."
Reviewed on 28 May, 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"Grear"
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"My stay for Memorial Day weekend was terrible. I booked a balcony room and was given instead a first floor room. I did not pay for a first floor room. Then the building was so far from the amenities that we felt isolated. They need to be infront about where families with pets stay and instead of ..."
Reviewed on 28 May, 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"The accessable rooms were perfect, very spacious and comfortable with all the necessary accommodations."
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunset

Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.

Spreckels Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spreckels Junction and surrounding area, you can visit National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.

Maple Park
While Maple Park isn't home to many top sights, National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or Steinbeck House.

Alisal
While Alisal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.

Claremont Manor
While Claremont Manor isn't home to many top sights, National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House are some notable places to visit nearby.

